What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Education/Health Teacher position at Middlesex County Stem Charter School (MCSCS)?
About MCSCS
Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) is a public school serving grades Kindergarten through 8th grades and open to all students who reside in the City of Perth Amboy. The school is free to all students and families and is a replication of the Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, a recipient of the 2016 Blue-Ribbon Award and other prestigious awards.
The mission of the Middlesex County STEM Charter School is to provide rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math curricula in a diverse and nurturing environment to spark students’ interest at an early age in STEM careers. Our mission is delivered through a meticulously engineered educational ecosystem, where we intentionally nurture our students' intellectual, social, and emotional growth, as set forth in our comprehensive vision statement.
Hiring for School Year 2025-2026
Physical Education Teacher
Responsibilities Include:
- Delivering a comprehensive physical education program that promotes fitness, health, and well-being among the students.
- Create engaging lesson plans, foster a positive learning environment, and assess the progress.
- Develop and implement age appropriate physical education lesson plans that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles.
- Evaluate student progress in physical skills, fitness levels, and provide constructive feedback.
- Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to ensure a productive and respectful learning environment during physical activities.
- Promote safety and wellness by adhering to established protocols, including CPR/AED certification.
- Ensure that all activities are conducted safely and that students understand the importance of health and fitness.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, administrators, and the community to support achievement and promote the importance of physical education and health.
- Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and curriculum developments in physical education and health.
Essential Duties:
- Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;
- Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;
- Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;
- Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;
Additional Responsibilities:
- Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;
- Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication;
- Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction;
- Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;
- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Proven communication and instructional strategies;
- Classroom management skills;
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong proficiency in music theory and performance and a passion for encouraging a love of music in students.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
- Valid NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification;
- NJ Criminal History;
- Work authorization in the U.S.;
- Tuberculosis Test;
- Experience is a plus.
Opportunities at MCSCS:
- A tenure track position;
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost;
- NJ state teachers’ pension plan enrollment;
- Tuition reimbursement assistance;
- Paid professional development opportunities;
- Paid time off;
- Opportunities for extra stipends.
Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more
8 hour shift - Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract
Salary Starting: $57,000.00 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $57,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $57,000